2007 Audi TT vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1997 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
