2006 Audi TT vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 42 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
