2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 512 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sorento | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
