2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 8 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 485 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sorento | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
