2009 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
