2006 Audi TT vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | TT | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
