2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (236 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 386 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2006 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
