2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Veracruz | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
