2005 Kia Retona vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 2007 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Kia Retona | 2007 Audi TT | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Retona | TT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |