2006 Audi TT vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 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 47 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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 2003 Caterham 7. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | TT | 7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
