2001 Audi TT vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 146 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi TT | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | TT | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |