2001 Audi TT vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
