2004 Opel Trixx vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Trixx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Trixx would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Opel Trixx. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Trixx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Opel Trixx. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Trixx. (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Trixx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Trixx | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Trixx | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
