2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | C | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |