2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Volkswagen Microbus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 Audi TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
