2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sorento | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
