2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
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2006 Audi TT | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Matrix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |