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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 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 210 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 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 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
