2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mini | Saab |
| Model | Cooper | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
