1999 Kia Potentia vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1999 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Potentia | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Potentia | Cooper |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |