2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
