2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 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.
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2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sportage | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
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 | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |