2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 45 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.
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 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
