2001 Audi TT vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 510 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 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | TT | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
