2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mini One
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 One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini One would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 810 kg more than 2006 Mini One. 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 One. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mini One | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sorento | One |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
