2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 754 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.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | TT | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
