2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mini Cooper | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mini | SsangYong |
Model | Cooper | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 257 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |