1999 Audi TT vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi TT | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Solara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |