2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2009 Audi TT

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Smart ForTwo 2009 Audi TT
Make Smart Audi
Model ForTwo TT
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 698 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 1820 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.9 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 33 L 55 L