2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 478 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.
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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 2008 Toyota Camry 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. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
