2000 Audi TT vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (198 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (286 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
