2001 Audi A2 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A2 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
