2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 543 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.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mini Cooper | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |