2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Buick Rendezvous were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 658 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.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | TT | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1938 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |