2003 Audi A2 vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | CRX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
