2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
