2006 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 790 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Rio | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |