2012 Audi TT vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Audi TT (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi TT | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | TT | L |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
