2004 Audi TT vs. 2004 BMW Z4

To start off, both 2004 Audi TT and 2004 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 70 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 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z4 (300 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (225 Nm). This means 2004 BMW Z4 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 Z4
Make Audi BMW
Model TT Z4
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1754 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 300 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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