2004 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escape | TT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
