2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | X Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
