2009 Audi TT vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 Corolla. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
