2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 619 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Audi Kia
Model TT Sorento
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1549 kg
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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