2009 Audi TT vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C70. 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C70. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
