2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi TT weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2002 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 2002 Audi TT | |
Make | Smart | Audi |
Model | ForFour | TT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |