2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 127 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 34 L |
