2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 480 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 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |