Originally posted by clinteastwood@Jan 1 2005, 07:03 PM
Hi guys/gals I am audi ignorant and need to know a few things about the TT
What is Quattro?
Is turbo troublesome?
How many models are there?
When did the cabriolet come along?
Are the 2002's basically same as new ones?
thanks!
CE
Howdy neighbor. I see your in the Houston area. I'm just Northwest of you in Austin. I'll see if I can answser some of your questions.
Visit Audiusa.com . There is a glosary of terms that should answer most of your questions.
Quattro is Audi's version of all wheel drive. It is different on the TT's than most other models although Audi is beginning to use the "Haldex" all wheel drive system on more models. Haldex is a electro/hydraulic system that detects slippage in the drive wheel (front) with in a quarter of a turn and applies brake as necessary and diverts power to the rear wheels. TT's are front wheel drive vehicles.
There are currently three models to choose from. A 1.8L 4 cylinder 180 hp with manual gearbox, 1.8L 4 cylinder Turbo with 226 hp manual gearbox, or the 3.2 L V6 with 250 hp. The 3.2 has a new automatic Direct Shift Gearbox with shift by wire technology.
I have the latter. Can't speak for the turbo model.
Best of luck on your choice, anyone is still superb in my opinion.