2002 Audi A2 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 653 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A2 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A2 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.7 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 | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
