2004 Audi A2 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360

To start off, both 2004 Audi A2 and 2004 Ferrari 360 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 300 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 2004 Ferrari 360 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 2004 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A2 2004 Ferrari 360
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A2 360
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1598 cc 3586 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.9 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 202 km/hour 293 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 17.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 95 L


 

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