1999 Audi TT vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Audi TT (237 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi TT | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | TT | Retona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |