2006 Audi TT vs. 2004 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Buick Century. 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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 2004 Buick Century | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | TT | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1785 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |