2004 Audi TT vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, both 2004 Audi TT and 2004 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M3. 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 M3 (350 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi TT | 2004 BMW M3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | M3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |