2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mini Cooper | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |