2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi TT | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |