2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 102 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
