2005 Audi TT vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi TT (320 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
