2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 177 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 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M3. 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 BMW M3 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | M3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |