2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | TT | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
