1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 247 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sportage | Cooper |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2467 mm |