2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 301 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
Model | Passat | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |