2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 209 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mini | Kia |
| Model | Cooper | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
