2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 Buick Lucerne were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 270 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 Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2006 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi TT | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | TT | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
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 | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |