2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fusion | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
