2009 Audi TT vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Caldina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |