2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Shuma. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
