2009 Audi TT vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today 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 203 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 226 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Today |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
