2008 Audi TT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Audi TT and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
