2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Lexus LX
To start off, 2010 Lexus LX is newer by 3 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. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LX weights approximately 1594 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 2010 Lexus LX 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, 2010 Lexus LX 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, 2010 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2010 Lexus LX 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. 2010 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 2010 Lexus LX | |
Make | Mini | Lexus |
Model | Cooper | LX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4991 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |