2006 Audi TT vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
