2001 Audi TT vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
