2009 Audi TT vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 487 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | S3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
