2009 Audi TT vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
