2006 Audi TT vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
