2008 Audi TT vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
