2006 Audi TT vs. 1996 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. Both 2006 Audi TT and 1996 Audi A4 are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. 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, 2006 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1996 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
