2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Picanto | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
