2002 Audi TT vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 2 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Audi TT.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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, 2002 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi TT | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | TT | Escape |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |