2001 Audi A2 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 11 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), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 339 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A2 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
