2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | TT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |