2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2011 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
