2009 Audi TT vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 341 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
