2011 Audi TT vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 78 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi TT | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
