2004 Audi TT vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, both 2004 Audi TT and 2004 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2004 Audi TT.
Because 2004 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2004 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2004 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
