2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
