2009 Audi TT vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 183 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
