2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 530 | TT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |