2006 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TSX weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. 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, 2009 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TSX | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | TSX | TT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |