2008 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Previa | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Previa | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
