2005 Audi TT vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |