2005 Acura TL vs. 2004 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 1 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 38 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 2004 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2004 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
