2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 541 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 190 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 15 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 | 1395 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
