2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Sportage | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sportage | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |