2005 Audi TT vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | TT | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |
