2002 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 617 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 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A2 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A2 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
