2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | GT 40 | TT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 60 L |
