2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. Both 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Mini Cooper are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
