2000 Audi TT vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (286 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
