2003 Mini One vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 984 kg more than 2003 Mini One. 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 Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mini | Kia |
| Model | One | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
