2005 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A2 | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
