2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
