2002 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2002 Audi A2 and 2002 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 280 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, 2002 Audi A2 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A2 | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
