1999 Infiniti G20 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti G20. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti G20. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti G20 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mini |
| Model | G20 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
