2009 Audi TT vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 463 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
