2009 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (237 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2003 Audi TT (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
