1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 296 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2006 Audi TT | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | TT |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |