2001 Audi A2 vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A2 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |
