2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu YRV and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 2008 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | YRV | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
