2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 389 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
