2001 Audi A2 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 490 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 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A2 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
