2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mini | Porsche |
Model | Cooper | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |