2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1996 Mini MK VII
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mini MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mini MK VII would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1973 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mini MK VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1996 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mini |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | MK VII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
