2004 Audi TT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (320 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
