2009 Audi TT vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 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 91 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | TT | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
