2009 Audi TT vs. 1996 Audi S6
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1996 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | S6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
