2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2009 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 (353 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Express | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
