2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
