2003 Audi A2 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, both 2003 Audi A2 and 2003 Vauxhall Signum were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 555 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A2 | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A2 | Signum |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |