1999 Audi TT vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 612 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Insight. 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 (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
