2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
