2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2001 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | TT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
