2000 Audi TT vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (226 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT. 2012 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2000 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 520 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2968 mm |
