1999 Audi TT vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (149 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
