2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (236 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT 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 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION. 2006 Saturn ION has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2006 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn ION will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi TT | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Audi | Saturn |
Model | TT | ION |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |