2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | Cooper | 44 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
