2005 Audi TT vs. 2001 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2001 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 318 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
