2009 Audi TT vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
