2005 Audi TT vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 115 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.
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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
