2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Audi TT

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Explorer 2009 Audi TT
Make Ford Audi
Model Explorer TT
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 60 L


 

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