2002 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Taurus. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | TT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
