2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7. 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | CX-7 | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
