2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mini Cooper | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | Cooper | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |