2006 Audi TT vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 367 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.
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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2006 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi TT | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Audi | Infiniti |
Model | TT | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |