2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (153 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
