2005 Audi TT vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1513 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.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Escape. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2010 Ford Escape 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. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
