2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (221 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sportage | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |