2004 Audi TT vs. 2004 Buick Century
To start off, both 2004 Audi TT and 2004 Buick Century were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT. 2004 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2004 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi TT | 2004 Buick Century | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | TT | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |