2004 Acura EL vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 368 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
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2004 Acura EL | 2007 Audi TT | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | EL | TT |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |