2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Ram | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
