2006 Audi TT vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (236 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 475 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | TT | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 91 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |