2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Volvo S60 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 (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S60. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60. 2009 Volvo S60 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. 2009 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi TT | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | TT | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |