2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 725 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager (361 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2012 Mini Cooper
Make Chrysler Mini
Model Grand Voyager Cooper
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2776 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3734 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2466 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 50 L


 

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