2004 Audi TT vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 336 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.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | TT | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
