2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 800 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 2009 BMW 550. 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 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | 550 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |