2005 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 323 would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A2 and 2002 Mazda 323 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 323. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 323 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Audi A2.
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 (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 323. (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A2 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
