2009 Audi TT vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 420 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 Toyota Ipsum. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
