2006 Audi TT vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 224 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 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | TT | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |