2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 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, 1996 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |