1998 Buick Century vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Century | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
