2008 Audi TT vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
