2009 Audi TT vs. 2004 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2004 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
