2000 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 552 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A2 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
