2006 Audi TT vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 3 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, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 478 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
