2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2013 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Transporter | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
