2000 Audi TT vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 8 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
