2009 Audi TT vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 175 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
