2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Palio II | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |