2005 Audi TT vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 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 | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
