2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Saab 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mini | Saab |
| Model | Cooper | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
