2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 7 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 440 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sorento | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
