2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1390 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mini |
| Model | Range Rover | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| 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 Weight | 2515 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
