2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Colorado | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
