2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 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 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sorento | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |