2006 Audi TT vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon 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 1998 Ford Falcon. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
