2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 84 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lupo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tacoma | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 34 L |
