2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 519 kg more than 2001 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, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2001 Audi TT | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Rendezvous | TT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
