2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Bravo | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |