2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2002 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sorento | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |