2004 Audi A2 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
