2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
