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 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 6000 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 528 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.

Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model TT Passat
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3188 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1423 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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