2002 Audi A2 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1200 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A2 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A2 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |