2001 Audi A2 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 65 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 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
