2001 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | TT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
