2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Audi A8
To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 495 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 A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2009 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | TT | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |