1999 Audi TT vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Forte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
