2001 Audi A2 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 528 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A2 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
