2006 Audi TT vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 493 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 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Flex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
