2006 Audi TT vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. 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 2005 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | TT | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
