2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
