2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa. 2004 Opel Corsa 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. 2004 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
