1999 Audi TT vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
