2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda FR-V 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:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | FR-V | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
