1999 Audi TT vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 870 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | TT | 7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
