2008 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. Both 2008 Kia Rio and 2004 Mini Cooper are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Kia | Mini |
Model | Rio | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |