2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, both 2008 Ford Galaxy and 2008 Audi TT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 238 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Because 2008 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Galaxy. 2008 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Galaxy | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |