2012 Volvo XC60 vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 536 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC60 | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | XC60 | TT |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
