2009 Audi TT vs. 2006 Buick Rendezvous
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 Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 963 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2006 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
