2006 Audi A6 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 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
