2001 Jaguar R Coupe vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe. 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (465 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2012 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Jaguar R Coupe | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Jaguar | Audi |
Model | R Coupe | TT |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 465 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2469 mm |