2004 Audi TT vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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, 2004 Audi TT (320 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
