2006 Audi TT vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2006 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
