2009 Audi TT vs. 1997 Kia Joice

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.

Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 1997 Kia Joice
Make Audi Kia
Model TT Joice
Year Released 2009 1997
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 86.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 936 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2730 mm


 

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