2006 Audi TT vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 320 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina 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 Alpina | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | Alpina |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1785 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 500 HP |
Torque | 235 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |