1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Avensis | TT |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |