2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | TT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
