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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 744 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 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 | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2256 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 Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |