2005 Audi TT vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
