2004 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Audi TT.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | TT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
