2007 Renault Clio vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
