2003 Mini One vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mini | Kia |
| Model | One | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
