2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 865 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | Cayenne | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
