2000 Audi TT vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 694 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (226 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
