2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2000 Audi TT | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sorento | TT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |