2005 Audi TT vs. 1999 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi TT (320 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1999 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
