2009 Audi TT vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |