2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 513 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Trajet | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
