2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Maserati Coupe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 340 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 Maserati Coupe 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 2005 Maserati Coupe. 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | TT | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
