2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 655 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sorento | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
