2005 Audi A2 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 67 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 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12 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 | 1030 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
