2007 Renault Scenic II vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic II. 2007 Renault Scenic II has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Scenic II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic II | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | Scenic II | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
