2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Lexus ES
To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Lexus ES were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus ES weights approximately 221 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.
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 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2006 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | TT | ES |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
