2002 Audi TT vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi TT weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi TT | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
