1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Trans Sport | TT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2469 mm |
