2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
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 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 2008 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Azera | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Azera | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
