1999 Audi TT vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 5 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi TT (237 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | GTI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
