2000 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 735 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Retona | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Retona | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2467 mm |
