2004 Audi TT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 990 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 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
