1999 Audi TT vs. 1999 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, both 1999 Audi TT and 1999 Chevrolet Astro were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 555 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi TT | 1999 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | TT | Astro |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |