2008 Acura TL vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 49 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Mini |
| Model | TL | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
