2001 Audi A2 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 120 kg more 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A2 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 172 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
