2005 Audi TT vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Audi TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
