2005 Audi TT vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
