2006 Audi TT vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 141 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
