2001 Audi TT vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 114 L |
