2005 Audi TT vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
