2007 Audi TT vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | TT | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
