2004 Audi TT vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 410 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 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
