2001 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 5 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 110 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2006 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
