2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle

To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 817 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.

Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model TT Beetle
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.2 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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