2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Mini One

To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Mini One were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 155 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 Mini One (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A2 2001 Mini One
Make Audi Mini
Model A2 One
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1422 cc 1598 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 6000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 50 L


 

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