2009 Audi TT vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 810 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, 2009 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | TT | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
