2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. Both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2003 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 113 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
