2003 Audi TT vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
