2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Barina weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina. 2001 Holden Barina 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 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A2 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
