2004 Audi TT vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 341 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
