2007 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Skoda | Mini |
Model | Fabia | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |