2009 Audi TT vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | TT | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |