2006 Audi TT vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 2000 Honda Civic. 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 (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
