1999 Audi TT vs. 2007 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 250 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.

Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi TT 2007 Ford Mustang
Make Audi Ford
Model TT Mustang
Year Released 1999 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4016 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 178 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 100.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 84.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.3 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 61 L


 

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