2007 Fiat Panda 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 Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda 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 (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Panda | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
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 | 59 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 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 | 860 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |