2006 Audi TT vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TT | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 96 L |
