2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 345 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TT | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |