1998 Acura Integra vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | Integra | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
