2009 Audi TT vs. 1996 Toyota Venture

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture 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 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.

Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 1996 Toyota Venture
Make Audi Toyota
Model TT Venture
Year Released 2009 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 1812 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 936 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2510 mm