2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 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. Both 2004 Mini Cooper and 2008 Mini Cooper are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| 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 | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
