2005 Audi TT vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 452 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
