2005 Audi TT vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
