2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 123 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Mini | Saturn |
| Model | Cooper | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
