2003 Audi A2 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 9 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 237 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
