2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Cee'd | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
