2005 Audi TT vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 279 kg more than 2012 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Sandero. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | TT | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
