2004 Audi A2 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A2 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
