2001 Audi TT vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 44 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
