2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Audi TT

To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Avensis 2011 Audi TT
Make Toyota Audi
Model Avensis TT
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4199 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1349 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2469 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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