2005 Audi TT vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Volvo C70. (162 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo C70 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
