2006 Audi TT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |