2009 Audi TT vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
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 Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Paseo 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 79 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Toyota Paseo. 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 1998 Toyota Paseo. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Paseo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |