2001 Audi A2 vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
