2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 459 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |