2005 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 90 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
