2005 Audi TT vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 839 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.

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, 2005 Audi TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi TT 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model TT Touareg
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 3200 RPM
Top Speed 250 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 2229 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 13.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 100 L


 

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