2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sorento | TT |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |