2009 Audi TT vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover City weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover City. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | TT | City |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
