2006 Audi TT vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 170 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
