2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
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 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Renault | Mini |
Model | Laguna | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |