2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 651 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mini | SsangYong |
| Model | Cooper | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
