2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escape | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
