2009 Audi TT vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi TT 2008 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model TT Accord
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1982 cc 2352 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L