2005 Audi TT vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (161 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
