2007 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 192 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
