2007 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Renault | Mini |
Model | Laguna | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |