2006 Audi TT vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. Both 2006 Audi TT and 2002 Toyota Caldina are equipped with a 1,786 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Caldina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
