2006 Audi TT vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (207 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | GTI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
