2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Audi TT | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sorento | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |