2007 Audi TT vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 730 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | TT | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 33 L |
