2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2001 Audi A2
To start off, both 2001 Audi Avantissimo and 2001 Audi A2 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 725 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 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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 Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2001 Audi A2 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Avantissimo | A2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |
