2008 Audi TT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco

To start off, both 2008 Audi TT and 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi TT 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model TT Scirocco
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3200 cc 1984 cc
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4256 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1404 mm


 

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