2012 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 995 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 2009 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mini Cooper | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mini | Kia |
| Model | Cooper | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3734 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1414 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
