| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Audi TT | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5500 207 lb-ft@1800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in | 112.9 in | -15.7 in |
| Length | 164.5 in | 200.3 in | -35.8 in |
| Width | 72.5 in | 74.9 in | -2.4 in |
| Height | 53.5 in | 67.4 in | -13.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 4033 lb. | -1068 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 39.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.5 in | -5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 32.6 in | 39.4 in | -6.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.5 in | 57.9 in | -10.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 39.8 in | -10.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 70.3 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -43.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 47.4 ft3 | -34.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.7 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -60.5 ft3 |
| 2008 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good front seat support and comfort. Long drives in this car are enjoyable. see full Audi TT review |
| 2008 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
They are a great shelf see full Audi TT review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
Other than a small child you really cant fit much in the back seat but I dont mind that see full Audi TT review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
This is a two seater. nice place to put the brief case. see full Audi TT review |
| 2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |