2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 155 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
