2007 Audi TT vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
