2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Terraza | TT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
