2001 Audi TT vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 453 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi TT (285 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi TT | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | TT | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
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 | 220 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |