2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 600 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, 2004 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |