2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | TT | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |