2004 Audi A2 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 325 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
