1999 Audi TT vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
