1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sportage | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
