2000 Audi TT vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. 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 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (226 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2000 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
