2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Audi TT.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | S-Max | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
