2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 703 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sorento | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
