2009 Audi TT vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
