2005 Audi TT vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 99 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
Because 2003 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
