2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 942 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.9 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 | 1370 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |