2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 705 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TT | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
