2002 Audi TT vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi TT | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | 325 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |