2000 Audi TT vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 855 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
