2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 435 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 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
