2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1903 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2881 mm |
