2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (221 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 824 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model TT ML
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 178 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 209 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 2150 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 95 L


 

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