2005 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta

To start off, both 2005 Audi A2 and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 71 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 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A2 2005 Ford Fiesta
Make Audi Ford
Model A2 Fiesta
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1389 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.6 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 966 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 42 L


 

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