2006 Saturn ION vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2001 Audi TT | |
Make | Saturn | Audi |
Model | ION | TT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |