2008 Audi TT vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
