2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Sorento | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
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 | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |