2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 460 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sportage | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |