2005 Audi TT vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | TT | 7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
