2008 Honda Element vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Element | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
