2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
