2006 Audi TT vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi TT (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2004 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
