2006 Audi TT vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
