2002 Audi TT vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 290 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi TT | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | TT | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
