2007 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A4 Corsa
Year Released 2007 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 74 HP
Torque 281 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2500 mm


 

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