2001 Audi TT vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
