2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |