2009 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Rio would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 274 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Rio | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
