1999 Audi TT vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 178 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic 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. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
