2006 Audi TT vs. 2000 Honda Insight

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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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 Insight. 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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2006 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2000 Honda Insight
Make Audi Honda
Model TT Insight
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 994 cc
Engine Type V electric
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 123 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2460 mm


 

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