2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | 4Runner | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
