2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1723 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Defender | Lupo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |