2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1999 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (174 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 994 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1999 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | E-250 | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
