2006 Audi TT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
