2003 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, both 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2003 Audi TT were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Audi TT.
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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2003 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | New Beetle | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
