2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 6 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | TT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |