2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 255 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
