2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Mini | Kia |
Model | Cooper | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |