2001 Audi A2 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 179 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
