2007 Audi TT vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 765 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi TT | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | TT | Carol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |