2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2006 Volvo S60
Make Audi Volvo
Model TT S60
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 206 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1668 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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