2009 Audi TT vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 883 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 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 | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
