2000 Audi TT vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1576 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2262 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
