2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
