2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 255 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 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
