2007 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno. 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno. 2007 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Reno | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mini |
| Model | Reno | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| 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 | 127 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 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 | 1065 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
