2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 8 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), 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Picanto weights approximately 22 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picanto | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |
