1993 Audi S2 vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S2 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi S2 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 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, 1993 Audi S2 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
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1993 Audi S2 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S2 | GTI |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |