2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 535 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Ram | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
