2009 Audi TT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |