2002 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2002 Audi A2 and 2002 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (407 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A2 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A2 | S60 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |