2005 Acura TL vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2010 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
