2004 Audi TT vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
