2003 Audi A2 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, both 2003 Audi A2 and 2003 Vauxhall VX220 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 VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A2 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 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 VX220 | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A2 | VX220 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1191 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |