2006 Audi TT vs. 1999 Kia Elan
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Elan would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Kia Elan. (149 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1999 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Elan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
