2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 598 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
