2005 Audi TT vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (239 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 (320 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
