2004 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 775 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A2 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
