2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2009 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Hyundai | Mini |
Model | Sonata | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
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 | 249 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |