2006 Audi TT vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
