2009 Audi TT vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 89 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | TT | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
