2009 Audi TT vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 587 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 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 | 1030 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 Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
