2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
