2006 Acura RSX vs. 2000 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2000 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RSX | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
