2005 Audi TT vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

To start off, both 2005 Audi TT and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 701 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.

Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi TT 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Audi Kia
Model TT Sorento
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 314 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 2056 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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