2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Rendezvous | TT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |