2008 Kia Magentis vs. 2008 Audi TT

To start off, both 2008 Kia Magentis and 2008 Audi TT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Magentis 2008 Audi TT
Make Kia Audi
Model Magentis TT
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 201 km/hour 237 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 60 L


 

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