2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
