2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |