2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | C | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
