2005 Audi TT vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. 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, 2005 Audi TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | TT | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
