2006 Audi TT vs. 2008 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.

Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2008 Ford Mustang
Make Audi Ford
Model TT Mustang
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 61 L