2009 Audi TT vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
