2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Buick Regal
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Buick Regal were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2005 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi TT | 2005 Buick Regal | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | TT | Regal |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |