2008 Audi TT vs. 2008 Buick Lucerne
To start off, both 2008 Audi TT and 2008 Buick Lucerne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (309 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2008 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2008 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 1335 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
