2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (271 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mini Cooper | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |