2000 Audi TT vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. Both 2000 Audi TT and 1997 Volkswagen Parati are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi TT (226 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Parati |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
