2003 Audi TT vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
