2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 2007 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
