2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper.

Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mini Cooper 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Mini Toyota
Model Cooper Tundra
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 4662 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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