2012 Audi TT vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi TT | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Jetta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |