2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo

To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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 (235 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi TT 2005 Ford Mondeo
Make Audi Ford
Model TT Mondeo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 172 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2760 mm