2001 Audi A2 vs. 2009 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 8 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 445 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2009 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Audi | Brilliance |
| Model | A2 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
