2000 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 5 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 615 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.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
