2001 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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, 2001 Kia Carens (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Carens | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Carens | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2548 mm |