1996 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. 2009 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Bandeirante | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Bandeirante | TT |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |