2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 771 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sorento | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |