2002 Audi A2 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Audi A2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A2 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A2 | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |