2003 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
