2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Element | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |