2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
