2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Kia Sportage

To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.

Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Audi Kia
Model TT Sportage
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 65 L