1999 Audi TT vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 868 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
