2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Avensis | TT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |