2006 Audi TT vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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 @ 2300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
