1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Camaro | Cooper |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |