2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Audi TT

To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.

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 (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Accord 2012 Audi TT
Make Honda Audi
Model Accord TT
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4201 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1359 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2469 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L