1999 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Maxima | TT |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |