2003 Audi TT vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (235 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
