2004 Audi A2 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,968 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 368 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A2 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1404 mm |
