2005 Audi TT vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 105 L |
