2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo

To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 280 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Peugeot 207 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
Make Peugeot Volkswagen
Model 207 Lupo
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1043 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 49 HP
Torque 260 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 67.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 70.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 3740 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2330 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 34 L


 

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