2002 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2002 Audi A2 and 2002 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2002 Audi A2 and 2002 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 270 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A2 2002 Opel Vectra
Make Audi Opel
Model A2 Vectra
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.9 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2650 mm


 

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