2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 5 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | Cooper | Antara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |