2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Rendezvous | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |