2000 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 416 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escort | TT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |