2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1329 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.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |