2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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, 2001 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2001 Mini One has manual transmission. 2001 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Picanto | One |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
