2005 Audi TT vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 370 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
