2001 Audi TT vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 467 kg more than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi TT (285 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2001 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
