1999 Audi TT vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1796 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi TT has manual transmission. 1999 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi TT | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | TT | Excursion |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 167 L |