2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Ford GT

To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Ford GT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 139 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 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2006 Ford GT
Make Audi Ford
Model TT GT
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 180 HP 550 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 678 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1584 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 66 L


 

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