2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra

To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi TT 2005 Nissan Sentra
Make Audi Nissan
Model TT Sentra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1767 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 76 L


 

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