2005 Audi TT vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1545 kg more than 2005 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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | TT | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 167 L |