2009 Audi TT vs. 2008 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1499 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (436 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 2008 GMC Envoy
Make Audi GMC
Model TT Envoy
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 300 HP
Torque 320 Nm 436 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 936 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 83 L


 

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