2007 Audi TT vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (245 HP @ 1850 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi TT (481 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2007 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| 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 Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
