2006 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Lupo | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Lupo | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |