2002 Audi TT vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Audi TT. 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi TT | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
