2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 875 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sportage | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |