2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sportage | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
