2009 Audi TT vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage.
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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | TT | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |