2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 497 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 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A2 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |