2001 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 74 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 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.4 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 | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
