2006 Audi TT vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 633 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.

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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2006 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2009 Honda Ridgeline
Make Audi Honda
Model TT Ridgeline
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 42 L


 

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