2007 Audi TT vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi TT | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Audi | Venturi |
Model | TT | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |