2004 Audi TT vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 68 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | TT | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 92 L |
