2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sportage | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
