2005 Audi TT vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | TT | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
