2007 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 2007 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 GMC Envoy | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | GMC | Mini |
Model | Envoy | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |