2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Ford Escort were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2005 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | TT | Escort |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |