2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
