2006 Audi TT vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2006 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
