1998 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus 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 226 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
