2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
