2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2005 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Mini | Proton |
| Model | Cooper | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
