2001 Audi A2 vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 340 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A2 | Alero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
