2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1368 kg more than 2002 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT. 2002 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Audi TT | |
Make | Land Rover | Audi |
Model | Discovery | TT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |