2006 Audi TT vs. 2011 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2011 Kia Sportage
Make Audi Kia
Model TT Sportage
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1850 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1502 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1636 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2639 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 55 L