2000 Audi TT vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi TT (226 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2005 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 520 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |
