2006 Audi TT vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Steyr G-series. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Steyr G-series weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1996 Steyr G-series (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1996 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | TT | G-series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
