2007 Audi TT vs. 1997 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1997 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
