2012 Audi TT vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi TT | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 118 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
