2001 Audi TT vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 9 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
