2009 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo

To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 406 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Fit 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Fit Lupo
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 1716 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 117 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.3:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 3530 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2330 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 34 L


 

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