2005 Audi TT vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 782 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |