2003 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 245 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.2 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 | 895 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
