2012 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 367 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Coupe has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sportage | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sportage | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
