2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | TT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
