2005 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2005 Audi A2 and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 385 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 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A2 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |