2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2005 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sportage | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
