2005 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 77 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 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
