2005 Audi TT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 151 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (281 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
