2009 Audi TT vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 422 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |