2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 263 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Sonata | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
