2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Ford Econovan were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2. 2001 Ford Econovan has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Econovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
