1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. 2006 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2006 Audi TT | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Coupe | TT |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |