2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 590 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 Zafira (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A2 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |