1999 Audi TT vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
