2006 Audi TT vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
