2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Audi TT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (221 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
