2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 943 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sedona | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
