2008 Audi TT vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1526 kg more than 2008 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 167 L |
