2006 Audi TT vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
