2009 Audi TT vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Prius 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 176 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 320 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |