2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 433 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| 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 | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
