2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XJ and 2007 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mini |
| Model | XJ | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
