2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Touran | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
