2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 185 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.
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 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Mini | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cooper | 156 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |