2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. Both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2001 Mini One are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper | One |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
