2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 365 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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
