2009 BMW 125 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 125 | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
