2004 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | TT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
