2001 Audi A2 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 487 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.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A2 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
