2006 Audi TT vs. 2005 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2005 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
