2000 Audi TT vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
