2009 Audi TT vs. 2003 BMW X5
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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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 X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |