2005 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 45 weights approximately 175 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, 2005 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A2 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
