2000 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escape | TT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
