2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (236 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
