2001 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
