2006 Audi TT vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
