2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | TT | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |