2004 Audi TT vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
