2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 999 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Touareg | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
