2009 Audi TT vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | TT | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
