Lupo vs Xpander
Volkswagen · Mitsubishi
1/4 Mile winner
Xpander
Beats the Lupo by 0.45s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Xpander beats the Lupo comfortably, finishing 0.45 seconds ahead. Off the line, the Xpander is the quicker car (0–100 in 13.5s vs 14.3s) and that early lead carries to the line.
Spec head-to-head
Power
68 hp
105 hp
0–100 km/h
14.3s
13.5s
Top speed
170 km/h
170 km/h
Engine
1.4L I3 Gas / 1.2L Diesel I3
1.5L MIVEC
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
120 Nm
141 Nm
Price
$15,000
$22,500
Simulated race times
Distance
Lupo
Xpander
100 m
9.032s
8.800s
1/8 mile
13.321s
12.995s
1/4 mile
19.958s
19.506s
1 km
35.513s
34.851s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Lupo is $15,000 vs $22,500 for the Xpander — a $7,500 gap. Power: Xpander makes 37 hp more (68 vs 105). 0–100 km/h: Xpander is 0.80s quicker (14.3s vs 13.5s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Lupo or the Xpander?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Xpander is faster, beating the Lupo by 0.45 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Lupo vs the Xpander?
The Lupo hits 100 km/h in 14.3 seconds, while the Xpander does it in 13.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Lupo produces 68 hp; the Xpander produces 105 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Lupo tops out at 170 km/h, and the Xpander reaches 170 km/h.
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