2004 Audi A2 vs. 2004 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2004 Audi A2 and 2004 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Prius weights approximately 410 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, 2004 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius. 2004 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2004 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
