2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 899 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mini | Kia |
| Model | Cooper | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
