2009 Audi TT vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
