2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 892 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.

Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 2009 Volkswagen Polo
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model TT Polo
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L