2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
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 Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 303 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
