2002 Audi TT vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2002 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2002 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi TT | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3030 mm |
