2001 Audi A2 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 310 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 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A2 | Solara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |