2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
Model | Polo | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |