2002 Audi TT vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, both 2002 Audi TT and 2002 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi TT | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | 330 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |