2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Express | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
