2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Kia Spectra

To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra.

Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Spectra. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra. 2009 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 2009 Kia Spectra
Make Audi Kia
Model TT Spectra
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 53 L


 

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