2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Tahoe | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |