2009 Audi TT vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 11 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 228 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | TT | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
