1999 Audi TT vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 1999 Audi TT and 1999 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 47 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. 1999 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi TT has manual transmission. 1999 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Audi TT 1999 Volkswagen Golf
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model TT Golf
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 174 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1263 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L