2007 BMW 523 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 523 | TT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |