2012 Audi TT vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2012 Audi TT (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi TT | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Focus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
