2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,555 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 666 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | TT | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |