2009 Audi TT vs. 1997 Buick Century

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 1997 Buick Century
Make Audi Buick
Model TT Century
Year Released 2009 1997
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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