2007 Audi TT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
