2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Spectra | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
