2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2004 Mini Cooper and 2004 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2004 Mini Cooper and 2004 Chevrolet Aveo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo has automatic transmission and 2004 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2004 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Mini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cooper | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
