2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi TT (280 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Passat | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
