2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2330 mm |
