2007 Audi TT vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S40. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S40 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S40. 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, 1998 Volvo S40 (299 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (280 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
