1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2469 mm |
