1999 Audi TT vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi TT (237 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TT | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3020 mm |
