2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mini | SsangYong |
| Model | Cooper | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
