2007 Audi TT vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. Both 2007 Audi TT and 1996 Audi A6 are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1996 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
