2008 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Lupo and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Lupo | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Lupo | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 190 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |