2005 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carens and 2005 Mini One were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2005 Mini One | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Carens | One |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |