2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1055 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Mini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cooper | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
