2012 Audi TT vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea. 2006 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2012 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi TT | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | TT | Altea |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1349 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |