1997 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 802 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | AX | TT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2469 mm |
