2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi TT (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
