2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 82 kg more 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (175 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |