2001 Audi A2 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 825 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 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
