1999 Audi TT vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT.
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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT. 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2789 mm |
