2001 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 442 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 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | A2 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
